The New York Rangers squeaked out a win over the Atlanta Flames, 3 to 2, on December 3, 1972.

Curt Bennett (EV) assisted by Billy MacMillan

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Vic Hadfield (PP) assisted by Rod Gilbert and Jean Ratelle

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Ted Irvine (EV) assisted by Rod Seiling and Ab DeMarco Jr.

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Billy MacMillan (PP) assisted by Keith McCreary and Noel Picard

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Rod Gilbert (EV) assisted by Ron Harris and Jean Ratelle

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